City OKs nuTonomy testing in Seaport

Boston officials have formally approved a plan by self-driving car company nuTonomy to carry passengers in the Seaport, a service that could begin in a matter of weeks. The proposal comes as nuTonomy announced it has agreed to be acquired by auto part supplier Delphi. Earlier this year, nuTonomy and ride-hailing company Lyft said they would partner on a passenger service in Boston. Both companies said yesterday the program would continue despite nuTonomy's acquisition, but declined to comment on when they would be available. Like the test cars already driving on city streets, the passenger cars will have safety drivers, ready to take the wheel if necessary, and will be limited to the Seaport district.